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As a CBRE Program Consultant, you will be responsible for program management services within an assigned market or client account to achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This job is part of the Program Management function. They are responsible for the creation and delivery of strategic programs representing major company initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Work with key stakeholders to create timelines, goals, and deliverables of the project.
- Develop recommendations and implement organizational processes and procedures.
- Review business requirements and other documentation from multiple sources to identify and resolve cross-initiative dependencies and ensure consistency of approach.
- Guide small to medium cross-functional projects and programs end-to-end using a formal process.
- Facilitate the development of a charter and integrated timeline.
- Ensure all functions remain on schedule and issues get resolved or escalated.
- Facilitate regular meetings to review project status for active and pending projects.
- Collaborate with the core team to develop solutions and manage the project team through implementation and completion.
- Present routine reports, including status reports and updated Gantt charts.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
- Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
- Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
- Work within broad guidelines and policies.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP or CMM preferred.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $120,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
About the Role:
As a CBRE Program Consultant, you will be responsible for program management services within an assigned market or client account to achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This job is part of the Program Management function. They are responsible for the creation and delivery of strategic programs representing major company initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Work with key stakeholders to create timelines, goals, and deliverables of the project.
- Develop recommendations and implement organizational processes and procedures.
- Review business requirements and other documentation from multiple sources to identify and resolve cross-initiative dependencies and ensure consistency of approach.
- Guide small to medium cross-functional projects and programs end-to-end using a formal process.
- Facilitate the development of a charter and integrated timeline.
- Ensure all functions remain on schedule and issues get resolved or escalated.
- Facilitate regular meetings to review project status for active and pending projects.
- Collaborate with the core team to develop solutions and manage the project team through implementation and completion.
- Present routine reports, including status reports and updated Gantt charts.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
- Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
- Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
- Work within broad guidelines and policies.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP or CMM preferred.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $120,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Align your credentials with U.S. sustainability frameworks
Translate Singapore-based certifications like BCA Green Mark or SISF credentials into U.S.-equivalent terms. Employers filing an H-1B1 visa LCA need to document that your role meets specialty occupation standards, so framing your background in terms of LEED, ENERGY STAR, or SEC climate disclosure experience strengthens that case.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation claim
Look up your target role in O*NET and confirm it sits in Job Zone 4 or 5 with a bachelor's degree requirement in a specific field. Sustainability titles like Environmental Engineer or ESG Analyst qualify; vague titles like 'Sustainability Coordinator' can trigger documentation requests from the consulate.
Search verified H-1B1 sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter sustainability roles by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore filing history. Many ESG and clean energy teams sponsor but don't advertise it in job postings, so filtering by DOL Labor Condition Application data surfaces opportunities that a standard keyword search misses.
Target employers with active ESG reporting obligations
U.S. public companies subject to SEC climate disclosure rules and multinationals with net-zero commitments maintain dedicated sustainability headcount year-round. These employers are structurally more likely to have established H-1B1 sponsorship processes than project-based firms or early-stage startups.
Confirm the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must file an LCA certifying your wage meets DOL's prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your title and ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you understand the floor and can negotiate from an accurate baseline, not assumptions.
Time your consulate appointment around LCA certification
Your employer must receive DOL's LCA certification, which typically takes seven business days, before you can apply at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore. Build this into your start-date timeline so your consulate appointment isn't scheduled before the certified LCA is in hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do sustainability roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as environmental science, civil engineering, or sustainability management. Roles like ESG Analyst, Climate Risk Manager, or Environmental Engineer typically qualify. Broad or generalist titles that accept any degree field can face scrutiny, so the job description must specify the required discipline clearly.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to the H-1B for sustainability professionals?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore rather than through USCIS. The 5,400 annual cap has never been exhausted, so qualified Singaporean sustainability professionals aren't competing against tens of thousands of registrants for a limited number of slots. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, meaning you can't use it as a stepping stone to a green card without additional planning.
Which U.S. employers are most likely to sponsor Singaporean sustainability professionals?
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore Labor Condition Application filings in sustainability-related occupations. Public companies with SEC climate disclosure obligations, utilities expanding renewable energy infrastructure, and multinational firms with Singapore regional headquarters tend to have established sponsorship processes and dedicated sustainability headcount.
How long does the H-1B1 Singapore visa application process take from job offer to visa stamp?
After your employer receives a certified LCA from DOL, which typically takes seven business days, you can schedule your consulate interview at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore. Interview wait times vary by season, but many applicants complete the full process within four to six weeks of receiving a job offer, significantly faster than the USCIS petition route used for H-1B.
Can a Singaporean sustainability professional change employers while on H-1B1 status?
Yes, but unlike H-1B portability, the H-1B1 doesn't allow you to start working for a new employer the moment the new petition is filed. Your new employer must complete a fresh LCA certification and you typically need a new visa stamp before changing roles. Plan the transition carefully to avoid a gap in authorized employment status.
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